1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (190 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1233 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2002 Caterham Superlight R has manual transmission. 2002 Caterham Superlight R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | LeSabre | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2230 mm |
